Sea Eagle TC16 Inflatable Kayaks and Canoe Reviews

Love the canoe. But it is a bit harder to fold up, and the folds are not as pretty, as the video shows. Definitely harder to fold when it’s not nice and warm. That said, we are still happy we purchased it.

I love the boat and its performance and could not wish for a better inflatable canoe. The safety aspect of it (being virtually unsinkable) is priceless.

The boat feels and is stable, the seats are comfortable (i regrettably did not order the third seat but promptly made one to be able to seat at the centre of the boat when solo paddling). The boat is surprisingly manoeuvrable for an inflatable. It is a breeze to inflate with the electric pump and to get it on the water. To fold it up for the packing in the provided bag it is helpful to extract as much air as possible with the provided electric pump. I keep the boat in a plastic chest in my garage.

Already sent in some good photos with my dog at the bow enjoying the canoe. My ONLY observation about the canoe is the difficulty in folding. Firstly the online video is for a different configuration that what I received, and the instructions have a little tell-tale clue about how to fold the canoe, but the QR code on the same instructions take you to the old configuration video (on your website). It took me 2 hours to figure out with a lot of swearing as I couldn’t mimic the video, until I spotted the different in the instructions. That said, now I am aware, I would appreciate some advice, as I fear, when folding, if a fold-kink occurs in the side wall when folding (i.e. not perfectly kink free) will that damage the drop stitches or the wall itself if left packed with any fold kinks. Folding kink free takes about 10 times longer than without kinks. Your video (for the other configuration) makes it look sooooo easy to fold without any kinks. Perhaps the canoe becomes easier to fold after several uses?

I purchased this boat to get out on the water with the family, and it accommodates us perfectly. Inflating the boat and attaching the seats is pretty quick, even with the manual pump...but the included electric pump really makes quick work of it. Once the boat is inflated to pressure and has the 3 seats in place it is really rigid and was rather stable. Like any canoe it gets pushed around by the wind a bit, but it dealt with white caps from long shore windows without issue. We really have enjoyed exploring local waterways that wouldn't be possible for all 3 of us. It took some time to figure out how to fold it up, but after a few times it gets easier. It is quite heavy though. The included paddles are great, however picked up a 260cm Bending Branches kayak paddle and it was a game changer, no more fighting with the other occupants over their inconsistent paddling. I can maneuver the boat pretty well by myself with the kayak paddle, and then grab the canoe paddle if I really want to dig in.

My wife and I are in our 60's. We haul two Hobie Mirage Drive kayaks on the top of our 3/4 ton heavy duty pickup truck. We needed something that we could take our dog and/or grand children with us. The TC16 is large enough for that. We bought the Wood/Web seats electric pump for three package. My review is similar to others and I feel it is very important buyers understand what they are going to get. Pros - Well made! Easy to paddle and easily cuts through waves. Relatively fast. Lots of room. Easy to assemble and take down/fold up. Just follow the directions!

Overall, my wife and I are pleased with the inflatable canoe, and impressed with its design and capabilities. It is stable, responsive, easy to maneuver, and able to carry a respectable load of camping equipment, which is what we use it for. As an inflatable boat, it is unique, and we get a lot of positive comments from onlookers. The hand pump is adequate for inflation, though it is a bit tiring. We have only two negatives: It is heavy. We are in our 70s, and while we are in good shape, the boat is something of a struggle to move around, particularly when deflated, as the carrying bag appears to be poorly designed. Folding the deflated boat is also a trial, as it not nearly as simple or easy as it appears in your online video (which seems to depict an earlier version of this boat). Try as we might, we never seem to be able to get it folded neatly.

This canoe is great. Everything fits in the trunk of my car and is relatively easy to transport. Initially I didn't purchase the middle seat. Once I realized that I needed it, I had a quick conversation on Facebook and it was on it's way. I recommend the canoe for it's portability and sturdiness.

The TC16 arrived on our doorstep one week after we ordered it (We live in the Yukon Territory of Canada). Sea Eagle has been equally quick and attentive to our orders for an electric pump. The TC16 is easily inflated even with the manual pump. We had a little difficulty with the rings that attach the seats in the canoe. That is the only flaw we found in the design of this fine vessel. It paddles easily with one or two paddlers even without the keg installed. It is easy to deflate and pack away in our motor home. The TC16 allows us to enjoy paddling on our Arctic lakes.

Usage in the Adria, around Krk and off the coast of Premandura, southernmost tip of Istria. 2 Parents and 3 children, total weight with package, 350kg (about 750 lbs). Tracking: Tracks very nicely, even with no fin at all. Used it most of the time with an electrical motor, fitted to the SUP-box with an adapter. The rig is best described as an E-bike on the water. You have to paddel and also steer with the paddles, but the engine will give you incredible thrust. There is a remote controle attached on a wristband, to controle the motor. It has safety features. When it get´s wet, like when you fall into the water, the TC16 won´t take off without you but stop the engine. I was able to travel 17nm per day, with 2 batteries (2x350Wh). Speeds of 5kn are possible, but mostly I do like 3, as it is the sweet spot between thrust and battery management. TC16 is very stable, even in high waves (5ft). It is important to keep the center of gravity low. Keep an eye on the weight distribution -waterline must be in the water.

We purchased our Sea Eagle Canoe in May and just used it the first time on Jenny Lake in Grand Teton National Park. Sure, the setting influenced how we enjoyed the canoe, but seriously, it worked like a dream. From unpacking to inflating with the two-stage electric pump, to inflating the portable seats and installing those, to attaching the skeg, to rowing, the canoe was amazing, every bit as good as our hard sided Old Town and better, because we could take it in our RV storage, and it weighs 20 lbs. less! The canoe seems incredibly well built and easy to control, even if on calm water this first day. Honestly, I never rate things a 5, because that’s almost perfection to me, but I have never owned or used anything that is closer to that!